1983 United States GP West: A remontada memorable


Numerous retirements, including that of Keke Rosberg (left) allowed the McLaren to come back and score a double. @DPPI
1st: John Watson 2nd: Niki LaudaOnly one driver can boast of having managed to win a Grand Prix in Formula 1 by starting from so far back. Qualifying 22nd on the grid for the 1983 US GP West, John Watson made an absolutely crazy comeback to give McLaren its first victory of the season in the second race. The British team had reason to worry after the first four
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vincent moyet
25/03/2025 at 12:48 a.m.
I have a feeling there's going to be more McLaren one-twos this year. Considering this team's ability to nail the development, this is just the beginning. What I'm hoping for is a sumptuous duel with one-twos, one-twos, and suspense right to the end. It's off to a good start.